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Sibawayhi

سيبويه

Sībawayh

1 Works
180 AH

Biography

Sībawayhi, originally named Abū Bišr ʿAmrů b. ʿUṯmān b. Qanbar, was an eminent Persian linguist and grammarian. He is best known for his pioneering work on Arabic grammar, encapsulated in his magnum opus, 'Al-Kitab'. This monumental work laid the foundations for Arabic grammatical structure, analyzing the language with unprecedented depth and precision. His meticulous approach to phonetics, syntax, and morphology has made 'Al-Kitab' a cornerstone in the study of Arabic linguistics, serving as a critical reference for scholars and students alike.

Places

Born
Hinduwan, Hindijan , faris
Born
Shiraz , faris